MasterChef star’s big NYC move
He was once a MasterChef Australia contestant but Dan Churchill has now opened up one of the hottest cafes in New York.
North America
Reality of one of world’s scariest cities
Kidnappings. Armed robberies. Sexual assaults. Deaths in broad daylight. Why would anyone come here? This is why.
Secrets of mysterious shipwreck revealed
AN EXCITING discovery of a doomed ship that had laid buried out of sight for 200 years in a famous lake could end up rewriting history.
Surprising truth about New York City
AN UNHAPPY journalist has penned an epic 13,500-word tirade about his once-great city, branding it a ‘pathetic imitation of what it once was’.
Women stranded on inflatable unicorn
A GROUP of women have laughed their way back onto land after police officers spotted them stranded on a giant, inflatable unicorn.
Shipwreck may solve 250-year mystery
A SHIPWRECK lying off North America for more than two centuries may hold clues to one of Australia’s greatest mysteries.
Museum pulls T-shirt after backlash
A MUSEUM is in hot water and has been forced to backflip after complaints about its latest Trump-related merchandise.
What no one told me about tourist hotspot
IT’S the destination on everyone’s lips right now thanks to its white sand beaches, new age vibe and jungle shrouded restaurants but this Aussie never expected this.
City where ‘poor’ people earn $159k
THERE’S a city that makes Sydney property prices look like a bargain, where households earning six-figure salaries are considered “low income”.
Hidden ancient temple uncovered
HUNDREDS of people were killed when an earthquake struck this region but it also uncovered an intriguing site; an ancient Aztec temple nestled inside a pyramid.
The real reason Americans love us
WE’RE brash and often impolite. But that’s the precise reason Australians are succeeding in huge numbers in New York.
Surprising truth about famous icons
THEY are the iconic spots known across the world. But the real stories behind these places may not be as well known.
Tourists cop it over ‘stupid’ photo
THIS couple snapped an incredible image as a plane came in to land overhead. They didn’t expect the swift backlash.
The New York you won’t get to see
BENEATH the bustling city are abandoned tunnels and stations that harbour secrets of gruesome deaths, fame and alienation.
‘I went to an adults-only topless resort’
IT’S a hotel known for its “adults-only sensual fun”, so we went to check it out and found a lot of surprises. WARNING: Contains nudity.
Nudist campground looking for lifeguard
THE private camping ground has taken to social media to fill the role but it’s struggling to find applicants.
Blogger reveals sneaky trick
SOCIAL media “influencer” Carolyn Stritch stunned her 190,000 followers with a Disneyland photo. It turns out that all was not what it seemed.
18,000 teens go wild on tiny island
A RESORT has been transformed into a hedonist’s paradise as thousands of students indulge in a booze-fuelled orgy of sun, sea and sex.
Dark history of ‘portal to hell’ in lake
A GIANT hole that’s suddenly appeared in the middle of a lake looks like the gateway to a watery underworld. Here is what’s really going on.
Helicopter crashes in Grand Canyon
A SIGHTSEEING tour of the Grand Canyon turned to tragedy when a helicopter crashed, killing three passengers and critically injuring four others.
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World’s biggest underwater cave discovered
DIVERS have just stumbled upon what is considered the world’s biggest cave system deep beneath the water’s surface, and it’s incredible.
Small town ruined by Google Maps
THANKS to a Google Maps shortcut, a small town in New Jersey says it’s now overrun with traffic. So it’s taking matters into its own hands.
The clubs where phones aren’t wanted
THEY are some of Hollywood’s most popular and hard to get into venues. But there’s one strict rule raising eyebrows.
Town’s drastic decision to deter tourists
AFTER already witnessing a bump in tourism, a small US town has voted to maintain a historic law so more tourists don’t come.
Creepy town where dead outnumber living
A TINY town in California has a chilling claim to fame. The dead residents outnumber the living by a thousand to one.
The newlyweds living your dream
NO MORTGAGE, no 40-hour a week desk job and no stress. These newlyweds did what the rest of us have only fantasised about.
‘I’ve never seen this on a runway’
AIRPORT foreman Scott Babcock was greeted by an unlikely, but cute, visitor when he went to clear snow on the runway.
The free tickets you should never take
TAKE it from these native New Yorkers — there are plenty of ways con artists try to scam tourists in the Big Apple. These are the main ones to watch out for.
‘If Mum watches this I’m screwed’
THREE Aussie blokes dived headfirst into the dangerous Alaskan wilderness with few plans and little preparation.
Iconic LA hallmark will soon be gone
ONE of Los Angeles’ most recognisable features will soon be gone — and it will change the city’s famous skyline completely.
Everyone loves this ‘gross’ attraction
PEOPLE have described it as “disgusting” but that hasn’t stopped them from naming it a “must-see” landmark.
This American city will surprise you
IT was all but wiped out by a devastating hurricane 12 years ago, but this city has bounced back bigger and better than ever.
How to avoid America’s food tourist traps
SOUTHERN food is big right now — but there are a lot of gimmicky spots in the US wasting tourists’ time and money. Here’s how not to make that mistake.
The explosion that shook the globe
THE eruption of this volcano was one of the most devastating natural disasters of all time. Now the site offers a stunning surprise — for now.
The truth about your Hawaii luggage
BAGGAGE limits are never more important than when you’re heading to one of the world’s shopping capitals.
New non-stop flight to the US
AUSSIES love travelling to America. Lucky for us, United Airlines is set to launch a new daily service that will open up more than 70 cities.
Mesmerising picture of Burning Man
BURNING MAN is famous as the most debaucherous festival on Earth. But this photo captures a very different view of the Black Rock Desert.
Dad unwittingly goes viral after flight
WHEN this university student got a random pop culture question from her dad, she never would have guessed the response.
This drink is so wrong, it’s right
IF YOU need a little something to get you through many long, tiring hours in the so-called Happiest Place on Earth, this strange little concoction might do the trick.
Rise of America’s B-List cities
IF YOU’VE already ticked of America’s big-ticket destinations, it’s time to put these under the radar spots on your list.
Panic after ‘horrific’ tornado warning
THE flight had already been delayed two hours when the pilot issued his dire update on the weather conditions.
Get ready to fly direct to New York
QANTAS has announced a bold plan that will revolutionise air travel for Australians.
‘A night in Trump’s childhood home’
THE life-size cut-out in a dusty corner is just the start. In Donald Trump’s childhood home, you get a whole lotta US President.
Tourist holidays in wrong Sydney
A BACKPACKER landed in Sydney, Canada thinking it was Sydney, Australia. It took him a while to realise his massive mistake.
Inside the X-rated office
OWNERS and managers have faced scrutiny after firing three female employees who would not co-operate with their ‘misogynistic work environment’.
Guests anger locals with X-rated stays
EVER since the upmarket hotel opened last month, nearby residents have been seeing way too much through the glass windows.
Surprising reasons to visit this city
WHEN you are done with the queues, the rides and wearing mouse ears there are some unexpected things to do in Orlando.
New York’s iconic logo almost didn’t exist
IT WAS first scrawled on the back of an envelope by someone in a taxi. But there were some major problems with this simple slogan.
Huge problem with Instagram star’s photo
THIS high-profile blogger’s travel snap in New York City makes perfect Instagram fodder — but a close look of the skyline is raising suspicions.
You can stay in Pablo Escobar’s old house
EVER wondered what it would be like inside the home of a notorious drug kingpin? Now you can sleep in Pablo Escobar’s old place and find out.
United Airlines’ most ridiculous stuff-ups
FROM the death of the world’s biggest rabbit to people getting booted from seats, these are United’s most outrageous blunders.
World’s newest island turns dangerous
THE party is already over for people flocking to this newly formed island off the US coast, where five people have needed to be rescued.
Dad fined for taking kid to Disney World
WHEN Jon Platt pulled his daughter out of school to take her to Disney World, he had no idea it would cost him more than $50,000.
Where it’s too hot for planes to fly
IT IS so hot in Phoenix, Arizona that more than 40 flights have been grounded. But why can’t planes fly when the mercury soars?
Why you should say no to the free drinks
THERE is a fine line between love and hate. And the things that make us want to visit Vegas are also the reasons to never go back.
‘Oh the place you will go’
FANS of Dr Seuss go wild for a new attraction dedicated to the Green Eggs and Ham man — but there are some controversial omissions.
New York’s violent turf war over tourists
IRONICALLY, The Statue of Liberty — a symbol of freedom — is at the heart of it. And not even the tourists are safe.
Artist sculpts dog peeing on ‘Fearless Girl’
NEW York City’s most talked-about statue has found a provocative little friend. And it has escalated the statue war on Wall Street.
Laptop ban could include Australia
A US official said he is considering banning laptops on all international flights, saying that terrorists are “obsessed” with the idea of downing planes.
Tourists’ Disneyland proposal goes viral
A THRILL-SEEKING tourist has gone to great lengths to pop the question to his partner, and the internet absolutely loves it.
This island exists and it’s magical
IF you’ve been seeing these images of flamingoes on social media, they are not photoshopped. There is an island where you can swim with them.
How celebs can secretly go through LAX
EVER wondered how the rich and famous avoid paparazzi — and us common folk — at the airport? Hollywood’s elite have a new trick up their sleeve.
Small town swarmed with tourists
HUNDREDS of tourists have flocked to this small Canadian town to get a glimpse of one special visitor.
Stupid rule behind plane drama
UNITED Airlines paid a fearsome price for dragging passenger off a flight. But here’s the thing – it was just obeying the law.
Hilarious memes mock United Airlines
HILARIOUS memes have mocked United Airlines after a passenger was forcibly removed from an overbooked flight in a PR disaster.
Why Trump is good for Aussie travellers
AUSTRALIANS could bag themselves a bargain holiday in the United States this year — all thanks to Donald Trump.
Someone thought this was a good idea
THIS is what it looks like when an Instagram star and adrenaline junkee meets rugby larrikin Nick Cummins on ice skates.
What you’re doing wrong in Hawaii
AUSSIES can’t get enough of Waikiki’s bustling beaches, but it’s like coming to Australia and only visiting Sydney Harbour. You’re seriously missing out.
US travel bosses: ‘We want Aussies’
DONALD Trump’s travel bans have made life more challenging for tourism bosses who have visited Australia to remind us the US remains open.
These kids make schoolies look like saints
SPRING Break is always a wild week of sun-soaked debauchery but this year’s crew have gone above and beyond.
These students make schoolies look like amateurs
SPRING Break has just finished in the US, ending a week of debauchery. More than 400 people were arrested at a single beach, as shocking video emerges of their outrageous stunts.
The island boycott that’s backfiring
OUTRAGED fans of Donald Trump are calling for a boycott of Hawaii — but the plan to hurt the islands’ tourism seems to be a big fail.
Sin City’s surprisingly classy side
MOVE over casinos, strippers and wedding chapels. Australian singer Harrison Craig explains what keeps drawing him back to America’s sin city.
Where is Trump spending all his time?
THE US Presidential mansion is pretty flash, but it’s got nothing on the opulence of the ‘winter White House’.
The seedy street where it all went wrong
WHEN Jake Rovacsek and Toben Clements started their tragic celebrations, they shouldn’t have started them here.
Incredible island everyone overlooks
AN island where no building is allowed to be higher than a coconut tree is as good as it sounds.
Inside Trump’s opulent Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida
AMERICA’S Presidential mansion is pretty flash, but it’s not snough for Donald Trump. He’s shunning Washington in favour of his opulent Florida resort.
Donald Trump’s motorcade costs a fortune
THE Secret Service goes to incredible lengths to protect President Donald Trump. No cost is spared, and the result is, frankly, awe-inspiring.
California’s rare ‘firefall’ phenomenon
FOR just ten days each year this stunning waterfall looks like a river of lava, thundering down into Yosemite National Park.
This dog’s the new best thing to see in NYC
SHE’S one of the most in demand celebrities in NYC, popping up all over social media. Her key to success is simple — free hugs.
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